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April 03
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"April 3 American Football History"
Let's swing into another day of American football history, keeping our eyes on the ball! Just because the calendar says April 3 does not mean that the gridiron memories are far off.
"Jim Parker A Star Lineman That Made Holes for Runners"
Last updated 📅 2025-04-03
April 3, 1934, in Macon, Georgia, marked the birth of Jim Parker, a dominant force as a guard for the Ohio State Buckeyes from 1954 to 1956. Described by the National Football Foundation as a player with relentless hustle and devastating tackling ability, Parker was a cornerstone of Woody Hayes' "three-yards-and-a-cloud-of-dust" offense. At 248 pounds, he was the largest guard to play for the Buckeyes at the time, yet possessed surprising quickness and explosive power, driven by unwavering determination.
"Harvard Votes to Return to Football"
On April 2, 1906, the Harvard Athletic Committee "favorably acted" to reinstitute the game of football at the school.
Though it was never officially dropped as a sport, Harvard was a leader in suggesting the game should be banned in 1905 due to its brutality. Reforms were made after the 1905 season, spurring the Harvard board to reconsider.
The Crimson were an early power in the game, claiming a legacy that includes 13 national titles.
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"Joe Steffy Tennessee Vols Football Sensation"
Joe Steffy was born on April 3, 1926, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, embarking on a college career that showcased his exceptional talent as an interior lineman. He began his journey at the University of Tennessee, contributing to the 1944 team that reached the Rose Bowl. His commitment to service then led him to the United States Military Academy, where he played guard for three years.
"Mean Green at and End?"
The Forth-Worth Star telegram reported on April 3, 1983, that North Texas State was considering dropping its football program after a 2-9 season in which the team sold only 4200 tickets for the four home games out of an expected 20,000. The draw deficit created a budget problem for the team, as the football program lost $400,000 in 1982.
Fortunately, the program did not fold, and the 1983 North Texas State Mean Green football team represented North Texas State University (now the University of North Texas) during the 1983 NCAA Division I-AA football season as part of the Southland Conference. Under the leadership of head coach Corky Nelson, in his second year, the team achieved an 8–4 overall record.
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